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Automation Engineer

Automation Engineers use technology to automate manufacturing processes. This typically involves researching technology, creating plans, implementing new systems and maintaining them.

An Automation Engineer must have a thorough understanding of the manufacturing process so that they can develop a streamlined, automated system. This occupation helps manufacturers to implement more effective processes while still adhering to quality standards.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $122,200
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a automation engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Instrumentation Control and Automation Engineering)

Online
48 months
$120,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Industrial Automation Engineering

Online
6 months
$5,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52872WA

Advanced Diploma of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Doctor of Engineering

Online
36 months
$38,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer Research Engineer

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Industrial Automation)

Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52886WA

Advanced Diploma of Industrial Automation Engineering

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation)

Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Industrial Automation Engineering)

Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52911WA

Graduate Certificate in Internet of Things (loT) for Engineering (Foundations)

Online
6 months
$5,634
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Engineer

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronic Engineering)

On Campus
48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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